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Johnny Cash's America (2008)
Not Rated
89 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

Johnny Cash's America (2008)

Not Rated

89 min | Documentary, Biography, Music

This documentary combines archival footage and interviews to examine the life of one of music's most universal legends, Johnny Cash. The film recounts the events of Cash's life, from his poor beginnings to his celebrity and his battle with...See moreThis documentary combines archival footage and interviews to examine the life of one of music's most universal legends, Johnny Cash. The film recounts the events of Cash's life, from his poor beginnings to his celebrity and his battle with drugs. It also delves into how Cash addressed the issues of his day and evolved to be both a patriot and a social activist. Many famous fans of Cash, including figures as disparate as Bob Dylan, Al Gore and Snoop Dogg, discuss his legacy and influence. See less

Directors

Robert Gordon | Morgan Neville

Writer

Morgan Neville (written by)

Producers

Robert Gordon | Morgan Neville

Composer

Dan John Miller

Cinematographers

David Leonard | Clay Westervelt

Editors

Chris Perkel | Blake West

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Updated Oct 4, 2008

Release date

Oct 4, 2008 (United States)

Awards

1 nomination

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39 cast members

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Jimmy Kendricks Self - childhood friend Self - childhood friend See fewer	Johnny Cash's America (2008)
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John Carter Cash Self Self See fewer	Walk the Line (2005)
J.E. Huff Self - childhood friend Self - childhood friend See fewer	Johnny Cash's America (2008)
Marshall Grant Self Self See fewer	Walk the Line (2005)
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Rodney Clapp Self - Christian scholar Self - Christian scholar See fewer	Johnny Cash's America (2008)
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